- Company
- Transnet
- Location
- Bloemfontein, Germiston, Koedoespoort, Salt River, Durban, Multiple
- Job type
- Apprenticeship
- Minimum qualification
- N2/N3 Engineering certificate, NCV Level 4, or Technical Grade 12 with Mathematics
- Reference
- req6048
- Closing date
- 27 October 2026 (4 days left)
About this role
Transnet is offering apprenticeships for Millwright trainees at several locations, including Bloemfontein, Germiston, Koedoespoort, Salt River and Durban. The programme is designed to train you to work on your own and to become a qualified artisan.
What you’ll do
- Plan and prepare the work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for each job.
- Use hand tools, power tools and measuring instruments with confidence.
- Install, assemble, fit and connect electrical equipment and control systems.
- Manufacture, assemble and inspect components and assemblies.
- Test, commission, maintain and repair equipment, installations and control systems.
- Modify and repair components, and apply what you learn in a range of work situations.
What you need
- One of the following qualifications:
- An N2, N3, N4, N5 or N6 certificate with relevant Trade Theory, Engineering Science and Mathematics, or
- An NCV Level 4 certificate with relevant Trade Theory, Mathematics and vocational subjects, or
- Technical Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science and relevant Trade Theory.
- A pass in Mathematics of 50% or higher.
- You must not already hold a trade certificate (Red Seal).
- You must be a South African citizen.
- You must be between 18 and 30 years old.
- Your qualifications and academic record must be attached to your application.
- Advantageous: strong problem-solving, communication, analytical and teamwork skills.
Is this job for you?
This apprenticeship suits you if you have finished your technical schooling or a college certificate in engineering, and you want a hands-on trade. You should enjoy practical work, be happy to work in a team, and be ready to learn on the job.
Tips before you apply
- Scan your ID, all your certificates and your full academic record before you apply, so you can attach them in one go.
- Check your Mathematics mark on your results. The 50% minimum is strict, so be sure your result meets it.
- On your CV, list your Trade Theory, Engineering Science and any practical workshop projects. Show where you have used tools or fixed things.
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- Practise common interview questions so you're ready if they call.
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